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Labneh with Cocoa Calories
Thick, tangy strained yogurt cheese mixed with cocoa
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Labneh with Cocoa (40 g) has 56 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 3 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 3.6 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0.2 µg of B12 covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Labneh with Cocoa Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 40 g
56
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
3g
· 1% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
3.6g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 22% · Protein 19% · Fat 59%
Labneh with Cocoa nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 56 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.24 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 22 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 2 Tablespoons of Labneh with Cocoa?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 40 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 70 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 112 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 168 kcal |
Calculated from 140 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Labneh with Cocoa
What is labneh with cocoa?
Labneh with cocoa is a creamy mixture of tangy, strained yogurt cheese and cocoa. Recipes may include a sweetener, but cocoa and labneh alone do not make it taste like a sugary chocolate spread.
How do you make labneh with cocoa at home?
Stir cocoa into plain labneh until the mixture is smooth. Add a little at a time and taste as you go; if you want a sweeter result, mix in a sweetener of your choice.
Is labneh with cocoa sweetened?
Not necessarily. Cocoa is naturally unsweetened, so a homemade version can be made without added sugar, while prepared versions may be sweetened. The exact taste depends on the recipe or product.
How is labneh with cocoa different from chocolate spread?
Labneh with cocoa has a tangy, yogurt-like flavor and a creamy but lighter texture. Chocolate spread is typically sweeter and richer, so the two are not interchangeable in every recipe.
How can you eat labneh with cocoa?
Spread labneh with cocoa on toast, spoon it over porridge, or pair it with sliced fruit. It also works as a dip for fruit when you want a quick snack with a tangy chocolate flavor.
Can you use labneh with cocoa in desserts?
Yes, labneh with cocoa can work as a filling or layer in chilled desserts, parfaits, and fruit bowls. Its tanginess balances sweet ingredients, though heating it may change the texture.
Can labneh with cocoa replace cream cheese in cheesecake?
It can be used in cheesecake, but labneh with cocoa is tangier and may contain more moisture than cream cheese. Adjust the recipe’s sweetness and check the filling consistency before baking or chilling.
How should you store labneh with cocoa after opening?
Keep labneh with cocoa covered in the refrigerator and use a clean spoon each time. For a packaged product, follow its storage instructions and use-by date; do not leave it at room temperature for extended periods.
Can you freeze labneh with cocoa?
Yes, but freezing can make labneh with cocoa watery or grainy after thawing. It may be less pleasant as a spread, though stirring it into a blended dessert or other recipe can help.
What fruit goes well with labneh with cocoa?
Banana, strawberries, and pear pair well with labneh with cocoa because their sweetness softens cocoa’s bitterness and labneh’s tang. Serve the fruit sliced on top or use the mixture as a dip.
Labneh with Cocoa Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Calcium
44mg · 4% DV
Iodine
4µg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
68mg · 2% DV
Sodium
22mg · 1% DV
Labneh with Cocoa Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Labneh with Cocoa
To burn the 56 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Labneh with Cocoa?
Labneh with Cocoa combines labneh—a thick, tangy strained-yogurt cheese associated with the Levant—with cocoa. The result is creamy and spreadable, with cocoa adding a rounded, chocolate-like flavour to labneh’s refreshing sourness. It works on toast at breakfast, with fruit as a snack, or spooned into a bowl as a simple dessert. In the Levant and elsewhere, labneh is often served as a spread or dip; this cocoa version leans toward a sweet treat, though its sweetness depends on whether anything has been added. It provides some protein alongside fat and carbohydrates. Pair it with fresh fruit or plain bread, or use a modest portion when you want a richer topping.
How Nutritious Is Labneh with Cocoa?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Labneh with Cocoa Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Labneh with Cocoa Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Labneh with Cocoa Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Labneh with Cocoa Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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